How To Fix 51086 - Tax code granularity & & not set up in &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 51 - HR: Messages for Norway

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Tax code granularity & & not set up in &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 51086 - Tax code granularity & & not set up in & ?

  The SAP error message 51086, which states "Tax code granularity & & not set up in &," typically occurs when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration related to tax codes in the system. This error is often encountered during the processing of transactions that involve tax calculations, such as sales orders, invoices, or purchase orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tax Code Configuration: The specified tax code is not defined in the system for the relevant country or region.
  Incorrect Tax Code Assignment: The tax code may not be correctly assigned to the relevant master data (e.g., customer, vendor, material).
  Granularity Settings: The granularity settings for tax codes may not be properly configured, leading to the system being unable to determine the correct tax code to apply.
  Tax Jurisdiction Issues: If your organization operates in multiple tax jurisdictions, the tax code may not be set up for the specific jurisdiction in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYZ (or use the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Tax on Sales/Purchases > Basic Settings > Check Tax Codes).
  Verify that the tax code in question is set up correctly for the relevant country/region.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the tax code is correctly assigned to the relevant master data (e.g., customer master, vendor master, material master).
  Check the tax classification fields in the master data records.
  
  
  
  Adjust Granularity Settings:
  
  If applicable, review the granularity settings for tax codes in the system. This may involve checking the configuration for tax determination.
  
  
  
  Consult Tax Jurisdiction Settings:
  
  If your organization operates in multiple jurisdictions, ensure that the tax code is set up for the specific jurisdiction where the transaction is taking place.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYZ (Tax Code Configuration), OBCO (Tax Jurisdiction Configuration), and others related to tax settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on tax configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to tax code configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in tax configuration within SAP.